Mechanical Engineer II

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking an engineer to support shock and vibration qualification for submarine systems and equipment. The role involves design, test, and construction support across multiple submarine classes, coordinating shock qualification activities and reviewing related drawings and test procedures.

The candidate will collaborate with engineering teams, perform stress calculations, and provide on-site test support at EB facilities and partner sites.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Mechanical or Marine Engineering is required.
• 2-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Willingness to work nights or weekends when needed to support schedules.
• Position may require travel.
• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Experience writing and reviewing technical correspondence is preferred.
• Experience with Military specifications and qualification programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform shock qualification calculations and compare material properties to demonstrate shock resistance.
• Review installation drawings, detailed drawings, shock test procedures and test reports.
• Provide test support at Electric Boat, vendor and sub-contractor facilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Independent worker

Multitasking

Education

BS in Mechanical or Marine Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Overview

The candidate will support design, test, and construction efforts for the LOS ANGELES, OHIO, SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA and COLUMBIA Classes of Submarines.

This area supports all of Engineering with subject matter expertise for shock and vibration qualification of submarine systems, components and equipment.

This area is responsible for coordinating and tracking the shock qualification of equipment in all classes of submarines. These efforts include the following:

• Performing standard mechanical stress calculations and comparisons of material properties to demonstrate shock resistance of equipment
• Conducting reviews of installation drawings, detailed drawings, shock test procedures and test reports
• Providing test support at Electric Boat, Vendor and Sub-contractor facilities.

Qualifications

Required:

• BS/MS in Mechanical or Marine Engineering
• 2-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Willingness to work nights or weekends when needed to support schedules.
• Position may require travel.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience writing and reviewing technical correspondence
• Experience with Military specifications and qualification programs

Skills

• Candidate must possess strong interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Candidate must be highly organized and be able to work multiple tasks concurrently.
• Candidate must be highly motivated, perform independently, as well as interact with other groups and organizations in an engineering environment.

Physical Qualifications

Climbing